A Facile Degumming Method of Kenaf Fibers Using Deep Eutectic Solution

An eco-friendly and effective degumming method needed to be developed for producing kenaf bast fibers. This study devised a novel deep eutectic solvent (DES) method coupled with microwave and alkaline-ultrasonic treatment. The novel method could effectively remove the gummy matters, providing a smoo...

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Main Authors: Kai Nie, Bingxu Liu, Tao Zhao, Hongyan Wang, Yan Song, Haoxi Ben, Arthur J. Ragauskas, Guangting Han, Wei Jiang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2022-03-01
Series:Journal of Natural Fibers
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/15440478.2020.1795778